Jonnie's Goodguys - #DoGoodStuff

A 501c3 non profit

founded by drum corps family that educates & advocates for aortic, heart, & connective tissue related health issues

Who is Jonnie?

Jonathan Miller is the Original Goodguy.

For most of us, he came into our world in 1990-93, when he marched with Star of Indiana Drum & Bugle Corps. Drum Corps has a way of turning friends into family and Jon is family to many.


In November 2005, Jon collapsed at work and was unresponsive. Medics were called and a co-worker tried to resuscitate him. Not knowing what was really wrong, they rushed him to the ER. Doctors tried everything but could not bring him back. An autopsy later revealed a dissected Aorta, that lead to cardiac tamponade as cause of death. Even if Jon had been in the ER on monitors when he dissected, he still would have only had a 50/50 chance of survival. He was 33, happily married, and absolutely giddy over his 6 month old daughter.


Jonnie is our motivation, drive, and inspiration.

Drum Corps scholarship & FUNdraiser

2023 Scholarship Fundraiser!

2023 Scholarship Fundraiser!

2023 Scholarship Fundraiser!


Thank you to all who attended!

Your support for our Drum Corps Scholarship and Heart Scan programs means so much!

Cheers to our 2023 recipients and cheers to our future applicants!

See you next year!

Fundraiser sponsorship!

2023 Scholarship Fundraiser!

2023 Scholarship Fundraiser!

We are looking for official sponsors for our 2023 Drum Corps Scholarship Fundraiser! 

We are putting together sponsorship levels to help defray operating costs. 

Please send us a message below if you or someone you know may be interested in financial support.

Volunteer!

2024 Scholarship Application

2024 Scholarship Application

There are opportunities to volunteer at our annual Drum Corps Scholarship Fundraiser.

 Fill in your info here or  send us a message below if you are interested.

It's Drum Corps, we give hugs!

2024 Scholarship Application

2024 Scholarship Application

2024 Scholarship Application


Applicants will be asked for basic information & then be asked to do a phone/video interview. Finalists will be chosen & asked to complete some aortic/heart/connective tissue health related tasks that align with our "educate & advocate" mission. Rubric scoring will determine the value of scholarship up to $1000 for corps dues. Initial application must be submitted by January 31, 2024.

Link will be posted later this year.

2023 Drum Corps Scholarship Class

Aiden Keller - Bluecoats


Olivia Gooch - Blue Devils


Lindsey Underdonk - Blue Stars


Kaitlynn Lane - Crossmen


Cooper Thomas - Crossmen


Rebekah Reeves - Madison Scouts


Nina Hoang - Madison Scouts


Gabriel Dudley - Madison Scouts

Thank you Sponsors!

Grove Family Foundation

Motorcycles of Manchester, Inc "MOMS"

Grove Family Foundation

Extended Goodguys Family who believe in the power of #DoGoodStuff!

Chatham Tap

Motorcycles of Manchester, Inc "MOMS"

Grove Family Foundation

Good people, good food.

Supported us since the early days.

Yes, get the wings!

Motorcycles of Manchester, Inc "MOMS"

Motorcycles of Manchester, Inc "MOMS"

Motorcycles of Manchester, Inc "MOMS"

They are the powersports pros! 

With a motto like "100% nice 100% of  the time", it must be true!

Generous Individuals!

Bakersfield Christmas Town

Motorcycles of Manchester, Inc "MOMS"

*Bert Cummins

*James  Martinelli

*Tim Handley

*David H. Zeitz, REALTOR ®

*Becky & Ty Mungle


Bakersfield Christmas Town

Bakersfield Christmas Town

Bakersfield Christmas Town

Santa's other base of operations besides the North Pole.

Ho Ho Ho, See you in Cali!

Generous Individuals!

Bakersfield Christmas Town

Bakersfield Christmas Town

*Sean Conley

*Luis & Craig Delvenport 

*Brian & Jessica Soules

*Joe Wever

*Kayla Spaid

Dance Sophisticates

Dance Sophisticates

Dance Sophisticates

Indy based maker of dance, drill team, & color guard apparel, flags, & accessories since 1983. Come get your ensemble "The Perfect Fit."

ICS Inks

Dance Sophisticates

Dance Sophisticates

Screen Printing & Embroidery Pros, 

they do it all.

This Indy based family owned business makes us look GOOD!

McCormick's

Dance Sophisticates

Upland Brewing Co.

Provider of performance and pageantry materials and equipment to marching bands and color guards...literally everywhere.

Upland Brewing Co.

Sip And Shop Wisely

Upland Brewing Co.

Not only does Upland make some fine beverages, they have a Drum Corps Alum as a brewer!

Thanks for supporting our annual Scholarship Fundraiser during Finals week!

#BrewGoodStuff

Sip And Shop Wisely

Sip And Shop Wisely

Sip And Shop Wisely

Do you like staying up to date on the latest fashion trends and shopping with a beverage in hand? Find them on Facebook Live!

Thank you donors!

Help Jonnie's Goodguys #DoGoodStuff

Donations via PayPal

Do you or someone you know need a heart scan?

Do I need a Heart Scan?

Do you need financial assistance in getting a Heart Scan?

Do you need financial assistance in getting a Heart Scan?

Talk to a medical professional asap, especially if you meet criteria.

Heart Scan recipient must meet requirements listed here.


Do you need financial assistance in getting a Heart Scan?

Do you need financial assistance in getting a Heart Scan?

Do you need financial assistance in getting a Heart Scan?

Many hospitals and medical centers offer $50 Heart Scans. If you cannot afford one and need help, fill out our brief application.

I need a Heart Scan!


Sponsor a Heart Scan!

Do you need financial assistance in getting a Heart Scan?

Sponsor a Heart Scan!

Please help us continue offering Heart Scans to those in need.

Donate anytime through our PayPal account!

#DoGoodStuff

Links to resources

The Marfan Foundation

American Heart Association

American Heart Association

Our friends here provide enormous resources 

when it comes to "life-threatening genetic conditions", 

including conditions related to Marfan Syndrome.

American Heart Association

American Heart Association

American Heart Association

While probably the most recognized & oldest organization in the Heart field, this group has helped to fund research that identifies correlated issues, like Stroke, as well.

Familial Hypercholesterolemia

The John Ritter Foundation for Aortic Heath

The John Ritter Foundation for Aortic Heath

Although a newer area to us and our learning about Heart related issues, 

we are finding that FH is becoming more commonly diagnosed. 

And yes, it's hard to pronounce.

The John Ritter Foundation for Aortic Heath

The John Ritter Foundation for Aortic Heath

The John Ritter Foundation for Aortic Heath

Our friends at JRF have helped establish Aortic Health guidelines like 

Ritter Rules & funded research at The John Ritter Research Program. 

The JRRP continues to identify more genetic markers 

that can lead to Aortic Dissections. 

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Amy Miller-Reusze

Chairman Emeritus

Ed Cooning IV

President

Jessie Meranda

Vice President/Treasurer

Andi Solero

Secretary, Past President

Alden Blaho

Member at Large

Jessica Knopp, MD

Member at Large

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a 501c3 non profit founded by drum corps family that educates & advocates for aortic, heart, & connective tissue related health issues

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